Director Natesh Hegde (Pedro) has made the aesthetic choice of opting to shoot his new venture Tiger’s Pond on 16mm rather than digital. “It’s true that digital cameras democratized the cinema medium. But I really do not like crisp and flashy digital images much,” says Hegde. “Also, I would like to practice cinema with precision.… Continue Reading
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Elusive Power of Cate Blanchett
From The New York Times: The Elusive Power of Cate Blanchett The actress has stayed one step ahead of audiences by constantly being in motion. In her new movie “Tár,” she’s as inscrutable as ever. Click link Continue Reading
A DEEPER BLACK-A glimpse at Elvis Mitchell’s essay/documentary “Is That Black Enough For You?!?”
Sidney though directed by Reginald Hudlin, is in reality Oprah Winfrey’s tribute to her idol and friend. In addition to its’ focus on Sidney Poitier, the person, the documentary highlights Poitier’s influence on American cinema as he broke down the walls and his role together with Harry Belefonte in leading the way for new young… Continue Reading
TRIANGLE OF COGNIZANCES
An incident reported from the this year’s Cannes Film Festival caught my attention and led to this article. At the screening of one of the films in competition, Triangle of Sadness, half of the audience walked out during the film and the rest gave it an 8 minute ovation. And then, to the shock or… Continue Reading
Back to active…
Since I am taking a leave from OLLI and have no classes to prepare and teach I have decided to resume my blog. The posts will be slightly different this time. ★ There will be no reviews by me. The content will focus on filmmaking and trade news.★ I will try to expand on the… Continue Reading
Radio Dreams in the darkness
Normally I would not bother to write about a film such as this because I found it so lacking. But I feel compelled to comment after seeing the “rave” review numbers the pros are awarding. It was one of the worst movies I have seen in at least a decade. I do not know the… Continue Reading
The Journey to peace
In October 2006, at St. Andrews in Scotland, Britain, the Irish Republic and Northern Irish parties — including the Democratic Unionist Party (the D.U.P.) and Sinn Fein — negotiated what was called the St. Andrews Agreement, a power-sharing pact between Unionists and Irish republicans. The Journey focuses on two of those gathered to try and… Continue Reading
The Midwife [ Sage Femme] delivers
“Not much happens in The Midwife, but its depth and texture make this a moving film.” Cath Clarke,TimeOut London , July, 2017. I concur that the film has great depth and texture but I disagree that “nothing happens”. It does not take a lot of action for things to happen in people’s lives. Above all… Continue Reading
Beatriz at Dinner – A Chesire Cat that uses her fangs.
Beatriz at Dinner highlights the extreme clash of values existing in America today.Beatriz, played by Selma Hayek is a massage therapist whose car breaks down resulting in her client inviting her to stay for dinner. The client’s guests that evening include a rich, arrogant real estate developer (John Lithgow). The cultural and financial divide between… Continue Reading
What Does It Take For You To Consider Your Film Viewing Experience A Success?
In my book, Vibes From The Screen, I point out that I have one major rule that I impose upon all my film groups and classes, to wit: “Never read a movie review prior to seeing the film.” I constantly urge all moviegoers to follow this rule. In my opinion it is important to go… Continue Reading